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Bichroma Violet

High-Coverage Bismuth Oxychloride Pigment for a Luxurious Satin Finish

INCI Name: Bismuth Oxychloride, Mica, Manganese Violet, Magnesium Stearate

Achieve rich, elegant color with Bichroma Violet, a professional satin effect pigment. Featuring a bismuth oxychloride and mica base, it delivers a soft, lustrous violet hue with outstanding coverage and hiding power. Ideal for creating premium eyeshadows, face powders, and nail lacquers, this TiO2-free pigment provides a uniquely smooth application and luxurious skin feel.

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Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Pressed Powder Eyeshadows & Blushes
Utilizes a bismuth oxychloride base for excellent press-ability and adhesion, creating creamy, long-wearing powders with minimal fallout.
Loose Mineral Foundations & Finishing Powders
Offers superior coverage and a soft-focus satin finish that helps blur imperfections for a smooth, refined complexion.
Cream-to-Powder Formulations
Blends seamlessly into anhydrous formulas, providing a silky texture and a sophisticated, long-lasting satin effect upon application.
Solvent-Based Nail Lacquers & Gels
Ensures stable suspension and a smooth laydown of color, delivering an elegant, pearlescent violet finish in nail applications.
Liquid & Gel Eyeliners
Provides a rich, consistent line of color with a subtle satin luster, suitable for high-performance liquid eyeliner systems.
Anhydrous 'Putty' Blushes & Highlighters
Integrates perfectly into silicone-based 'putty' textures for a buildable flush of color with a smooth, non-greasy feel.

Performance & Formulation Insights for Bichroma Violet

The Synergy of Bismuth Oxychloride and Color

Bichroma Violet combines the unique properties of Bismuth Oxychloride (BiOCl) with the rich color of Manganese Violet on a mica substrate. The crystalline structure of BiOCl provides a distinctive satin luster, a creamy skin feel, and exceptional light-diffusing properties. This creates a soft-focus effect that minimizes the appearance of fine lines, while Manganese Violet delivers a deep, stable violet hue.

Advanced Formulation Benefits

The inclusion of BiOCl offers significant functional advantages for formulators. Its unique platelet structure enhances binding properties in pressed powders, enabling improved compaction and durability without requiring high levels of binders. This leads to a smoother, more luxurious consumer experience and a streamlined manufacturing process. Its excellent adhesion supports long-wear performance across all recommended applications.

Key Formulation Benefits

  • Elegant Satin Finish: Creates a soft, pearlescent luster that provides a sophisticated finish without overt sparkle or shimmer.
  • Superior Texture & Feel: The bismuth oxychloride base imparts a uniquely smooth, creamy texture and enhances slip for effortless application.
  • High Coverage Performance: Offers outstanding hiding power to effectively conceal imperfections with a soft veil of color.
  • Clean Beauty Compatible: Formulated to be TiO2-free, vegan, and cruelty-free, aligning with the standards of modern clean beauty markets.
  • Excellent Press-ability: Ideal for pressed powder applications, providing great cohesion and a high-quality finished product.
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Line/Series
Bichroma
INCI Name
Bismuth Oxychloride, Mica, Manganese Violet, Magnesium Stearate
Physical Product Color
Purple
Color Effect
Effect Type
Satin
Material Type
Bismuth Oxychloride, Natural Mica, Powder
Certifications
TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size
13-18 μm
Applications
Eye, Face, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About Bichroma Violet

The satin effect is primarily due to its bismuth oxychloride component, which has a crystalline platelet structure that provides a soft, pearlescent luster distinct from the sparkle of larger mica particles.
Yes, it is exceptionally well-suited for pressed powders. The bismuth oxychloride enhances press-ability and adhesion, resulting in a durable, creamy-feeling pressed cake.
No, due to the inclusion of Manganese Violet (CI 77742), this pigment is not approved for use in lip products in the United States.
Bichroma Violet has a D50 particle size range of 13-18 μm, which contributes to its smooth application and soft finish.
Yes, Bichroma Violet is formulated without titanium dioxide and is considered vegan and cruelty-free, making it an excellent choice for clean beauty projects.
While it contains mica, the addition of bismuth oxychloride provides superior coverage, a creamier texture, better press-ability in powders, and a more refined satin luster compared to a simple mica and manganese violet blend.

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